Folly Gardens Veterinary Clinic

🌍 This Week is World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (WAAW), and this week's theme is "Educate. Advocate. Act now." Antibiotic resistance is a serious global issue that affects both humans and animals. It's crucial to protect the effectiveness of antibiotics so they can continue to save lives when truly needed. 💊 You can make a difference... 👉 Check your cupboards and fridge for expired or unused pet medications. 👉 Bring any no-longer-needed veterinary medicines to our practice for safe disposal. Together, we can help combat antibiotic resistance and safeguard the health of pets, people, and the planet. Let's #KeepAntibioticsWorking – it's a collective effort, and every small step counts. #AMR #WAAW2024 #AntibioticAmnesty #PetHealth #ProtectOurFuture

Happy World Chocolate Day! 🍫 Although World Chocolate Day is a joyous occasion for chocolate enthusiasts, it's essential to be mindful that chocolate can be highly dangerous to pets, especially dogs and cats. 🐶😺 Chocolate contains theobromine and caffeine, both of which are harmful to animals. The darker the chocolate, the more harmful it can be. Even small quantities can lead to serious health problems such as vomiting, diarrhoea, rapid breathing, elevated heart rate, and, in severe instances, seizures or, worse, death. By taking a few simple precautions, we can ensure a safe and enjoyable World Chocolate Day for all, including our pets. Here are some pet-friendly tips to consider: 🍫Keep chocolate out of reach: Store your tempting chocolates in secure containers or cabinets to prevent dogs from reaching them. 🍫 Educate friends and family: Inform your loved ones about the dangers of chocolate for dogs and ask them to keep chocolate products away from your dog. 🍫 Avoid sharing: Refrain from sharing chocolate with your pet, as even a small amount can be detrimental. 🍫 Stay alert: Be observant of signs of chocolate ingestion in your dog, such as restlessness, increased heart rate, vomiting, or diarrhoea. If you suspect your pet has consumed chocolate, contact your vet without delay. If you suspect your pet has ingested chocolate and is experiencing vomiting or any of these symptoms, please get in touch with us immediately. #WorldChocolateDay #PetHazards

Meet Luna. 💚 Luna came to our Tewkesbury clinic to see our lovely Vet, Sarah after Luna’s owners noticed a bad smell coming from her mouth for a few days. Sarah had a good examination of Luna and could see a small stick lodged at the roof of Luna’s mouth. 😧 Here’s a video of our brilliant Vet Nurse, Lauren holding Luna while Sarah retrieved the stick using some forceps. 👏🏻 Luna was so brave and received lots of fuss from the team. Fantastic job team!💚

This is the very lovely Nigel. 🐱 Nigel loved receiving post-op cuddles and attention from our Patient Care Assistant, Courtney after being neutered at our Tewkesbury clinic. 💚💚 The Vets can be a scary place for your furry friends especially for cats. Our team work very hard to ensure they are comfortable and happy while they stay with us to help reduce anxiety and stress. This can be by human interaction, toy enrichment, pheromones (Feliway plug-ins) and sometimes isolation if other animals cause stress. 💚💚💚

PUPPY PARTY!! 🐶 This is a video of two adorable pups having a play at our last puppy party. 🥹 Do you have a puppy between the ages of 8-16 weeks? If so, you are invited to our Puppy Party! 🎉 🐶 Join Veterinary Nurse Team Leader and behaviourist Zoe and our Veterinary Nurse, Lauren who look forward to welcoming you, and sharing years of experience, hints and top tips at our Bishops Cleeve Clinic. ⭐️ Please call us on 01242 679880 or head to our website for some more information if you and your puppy would like to join! 💚💚💚

PUPPY PARTY!! 🐶 This is a video of two adorable pups having a play at our last puppy party. 🥹 Do you have a puppy between the ages of 8-16 weeks? If so, you are invited to our Puppy Party! 🎉 🐶 Join Veterinary Nurse Team Leader and behaviourist Zoe and our Veterinary Nurse, Lauren who look forward to welcoming you, and sharing years of experience, hints and top tips at our Bishops Cleeve Clinic. ⭐️ Please call us on 01242 679880 or head to our website for some more information if you and your puppy would like to join! 💚💚💚

Happy New Year to all of our patients and clients. 💫 🎇🐶🐱 Thank you for all your continued support over the last year, we wish you a year full of happiness with your four-legged friends. 🐶🐱🐹🐰 Heres a little snippet of our year behind the scenes. 🫣💚 From all the team at Folly Gardens Vets.🐾💚

As a responsible pet owner, you understand the importance of following your vet's advice and instructions carefully. 👩🏾‍⚕️ If you ever have any concerns about the medication your pet has been prescribed, please contact us. By working together, we can help preserve antibiotics for today and tomorrow. 🌍 For more information, click here >> https://ow.ly/J9Ze50Q7Lyg #ProudlyFollyGardensVets #ProudlyLinnaeus #KeepAntibioticsWorking #AMR #WAAW #AntibioticAmnesty

We understand the importance of safeguarding antibiotics – that’s why our Associates are making pledges to become Antibiotic Guardians. 👼 Why not join us and make your pledge, too? Make your pledge here >> https://ow.ly/EcOV50Q7XUf #ProudlyFollyGardens #ProudlyLinnaeus #KeepAntibioticsWorking #AMR #WAAW #AntibioticAmnesty

Check the back of your cupboard or your fridge for any expired or unused medicines for your pet. If you come across any veterinary medications that your pet no longer needs or are past their expiration date, you can bring them to our practice for safe disposal. To learn more about the safe disposal of medication, click here >> https://ow.ly/VkKj50Q8cXy #ProudlyFollyGardens #ProudlyLinnaeus #KeepAntibioticsWorking #AMR #WAAW #AntibioticAmnesty

This week is World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW), a global campaign that is celebrated annually to raise awareness about antibiotic resistance and the dangers it poses to both human and animal health. It's critical that we preserve the effectiveness of our antibiotics for as long as possible, which can be achieved by only using them when necessary. The battle against antibiotic resistance is a collective effort, and we all have a role to play. We’re going blue to raise awareness. Are you ready to do your part? Want to learn more about World AMR Awareness Week, click here >> https://ow.ly/uYIa50Q8fwy #ProudlyFollyGardensVets #ProudlyLinnaeus #KeepAntibioticsWorking #AMR #WAAW #AntibioticAmnesty

⏰ As the clocks go back in a few weekends to herald the start of Winter, we can now pull out our winter woollies and don our winter boots for walks with our dogs through colourful lanes in the crisp autumn air! 🧤🧣👢 However, you might walk your dog after dark due to the decreased daylight hours. Here are some autumn dog walking tips to consider when exercising during these times to keep yourself and your pet safe… #AutumnHazards #DaylightSaving